Moroccan Bissara (Fava Bean Soup)
Velvety fava bean soup flavored with garlic, cumin and paprika.
Bissara is a classic Moroccan soup made by simmering dried fava beans until tender, then puréeing them with spices and olive oil into a smooth, nourishing broth.
• Updated 4/25/2025
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
45 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- Vegetable Broth - 1 l
- Garlic - 3 cloves
- Himalayan Pink Salt - 1 tsp
- Fava Beans - 300 g
- Parsley - 2 tbsp
- Cilantro - 2 tbsp
- Pepper - 0.5 tsp
- Cumin - 1 tsp
- Lime - 1 piece
- Chili Powder - 0.5 tsp
- Paprika - 1 tsp
- Olive Oil - 2 tbsp
Directions
Step 1
Soak fava beans overnight and drain.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
Step 3
Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
Step 4
Add soaked beans and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
Step 5
Reduce heat and simmer 45 minutes until beans are very soft.
Step 6
Purée until silky smooth.
Step 7
Stir in cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped parsley, cilantro, a drizzle of olive oil and a lemon wedge.
Step 9
Serve hot.
Cook's Notes
For a smoky note, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
200
Calories
7g
Fat
20g
Carbs
10g
Protein